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Cape Town

Deer Park

“This is many sleep-deprived parents’ go-to place for an early-Saturday-morning safe haven with the kids. Expect killer cappuccinos and breakkies that breathe life back into families.”

Deerpark Cafe

deerparkcafe.co.za

 

Root 44 Market

“This fabulous weekend market is the new kid on the block. Built to keep the kids busy come rain or shine, it’s also got food stalls galore and bespoke crafts if you’re keen to shop.”

Root 44 Market

root44.co.za/index.php

  • Claire Barnardo

 

Driftwood Cafe

“With a kiddies’ play area near the tables, a giant trampoline, a dam and plenty of ducks and chickens, Driftwood caters for all. The food is great and easy on the purse.”

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– Lauren Joubert

 

Blue Water Cafe at Imhoff Farm, Kommetjie

“This restaurant is great for kids who love farm animals. It has a great open space, wood-fired pizzas (option of wheat-free) and burgers.”

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imhofffarm.co.za

– Kit Heathcock

Johannesburg

River Cafe

“I love the large outdoor space here for kids to run, and the food is really good, too.”

river cafe

rivercafesandton.co.za

– Belinda Mountain

Bambanani in Melville

“A top-notch kids’ playground and qualified childminders mean you can actually enjoy your meal and catch up with friends.”

bambanani Cafe

bambanani.biz

– Belinda Mountain

Munch

 “I specifically like the Bryanston one as it’s really spacious and in a great nursery setting with all the greenery.”

Munch Cafe

http://munchcafe.co.za/

– Catherine Black

Serendipity

“The branch in Rosebank has the best childminders in town and a lovely outdoor venue. It also has excellent security.”

serendipity cafe

serendipityplay.co.za

– Georgina Guedes

 

Pretoria

Cest La Vie

“It’s customized with imported play equipment for specific age groups, a pool where children can ride in boats and a jumping castle.”

C'est La Vie in Pretoria

c-estlavie.co.za

– Lisa Dewberry

Ciao Restaurant, Moreleta Park

“Two exciting play areas – indoor and outdoor – an on-site parent Wi-Fi network and child-minders to care for children.”

Ciao in Pretoria

facebook.com/CiaoItalianZA

– Lisa Dewberry

 

Boston Bistro

“You get the impression of visiting a homey, roadside farm stall somewhere in the countryside.”

Boston Bistro in Pretoria

bostonbistro.co.za

– Zena le Roux

 

Durban

Olive and Oil

“The service, food and staff are always outstanding, and waitrons always put an extra-special spin on their service when my daughter is with us.”

olive & oil cafe in durban

oliveandoil.co.za

– Cath Jenkin

 

Fusion World Food Cafe

“The ice cream is an essential life experience.”

FUSION restaurant in Durban

facebook.com/FusionWorldFoodCafe

– Cath Jenkin

 

Remo’s Fratelli

“This is family dining done right, every time – whether it’s just the three of us, or our big group (we have a huge extended family).”

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remos.co.za

– Cath Jenkin

 

KZNSA Art Gallery

“Its summery family-friendly outdoor cafe has a dedicated children’s play area and joins the neighbouring Bulwer Park with an outdoor gym, and is perfect for skating and cycling.”

KZN Gallery

kznsagallery.co.za

– Suzy Bell

 

Port Elizabeth

The Pink Fig

“The decor is an eclectic mix of colours, and the shabby chic design with chalkboards and different-coloured chairs gives it an Alice in Wonderland feel.”

Pink Fig

thepinkfig.co.za

– Angela Daniels

Grass Roof

“While mom and dad shop and catch up over coffee, kiddies can run free on the large outdoor lawn where a jungle gym and tractor make for fun, outdoor play.”

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grassroof.co.za

– Angela Daniels

 

Something Good

“The kids’ menu is more extensive than many other places. The outdoor play area has swings, slides and a jumping castle.”

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– Angela Daniels

 

 

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